Norway’s northern coastline is a wonder for all senses; pristine arctic waters, natural beauty and clean crisp air. A voyage on board one of Hurtigruten’s vessels provides a wonderful vantage point from which to enjoy dramatic views of the fjords – whether illuminated by in the Northern Lights in winter or the Midnight Sun in the height of the summer. Towns and cities can be effortlessly linked to . My suggestion incorporates a short stay in Bergen, home to the UNESCO World Heritage site of the Bryggen Hanseatic Wharf and famous fish market with the city of Tromso, located above the Arctic Circle and an optimum location for viewing the Northern Lights. The Hurtigruten operates 365 days a year, taking in a maximum of 34 stops and can be incorporated in to a multi-centre stay for as few or as many nights as you wish. The ‘Norway in a Nutshell’ excursion also allows for an Oslo extension, linking Bergen by road, fjord cruise and mountain railway.